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06/03/23

Astier de Villatte — Ring Cup

The charm of elegant utilitarian ceramics...

White ceramic mug with handle resembling pink rose in gold ring. Plain, light-coloured background.

French ceramic house Astier de Villatte works with an extended group of skilled makers and crafts people to create their highly intriguing body of work, one-off pieces that reflect the artist's character, and evoke emotive (and sometimes humorous) storytelling.

Serna Carone is a contemporary artist with the lively spirit of a craftsperson who can make anything with her hands and the right tools. The self-taught sculptor handles materials without prejudice, and her creations cross boundaries. Feeling everything with her hands, Serena works across different materials, such as plaster, clay, paper, metal, "found objects", and daily necessities. She is also the designer of the famous Astier de Villatte Ring Cups....

Serena Carone's works are freewheeling, her ring cups are decorated white shells, women's portraits, flowers and eyes — a kitschy yet classic Astier de Villatte vibe. Another collaboration that reveals the brand's playful and even mischievous quality.

"I do love exquisite craftwork, but I'm also drawn to pieces influenced by Baroque art, which creates feelings of insecurity through mismatch and imbalance. When I create, I feel like I am walking a thin line between overly kitsch and fine antiques created with great artisanship." — Serena Carone.

White ceramic mug with small floral-shaped handle. Pink centre on handle. White surface and background.

Astier de Villatte Heart On Hand Ring Cup, $392

Small white ceramic cup with gold rim and lion head handle on light surface.

Astier de Villatte Shell Ring Cup, $392.

White mug with gold-lined handle and pink flower decor on light surface. Plain, light background.

Astier de Villatte Pink Flower Ring Cup, $392.

White mug with gold fruit-shaped handle and green leaf. Light-coloured surface, white background.

Astier de Villatte Four Leaf Clover Ring Cup, $392

White ceramic cup with gold rim and ornate ring handle. Blue stone surrounded by pearls. Neutral beige surface.

Astier de Villatte Lapis Lazuli and Pearls Ring Cup, $392

Small brown cardboard box with white "ASTIER de VILLATTE" and "PARIS" text. Light-coloured surface, neutral background.

Each Ring Cup comes in a Astier de Villatte Ring Cup Box.

See our complete range of Astier de Villatte Ring Cups in store and online here.